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ACID REFLUX-FRIENDLY & Low Fodmap Carrot Cake Bites | Healthy & Easy Dessert, Snack Recipe

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Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | Acid Reflux Dietitian
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Carrot Cake Bites

Cultural Context

Carrot cake has its roots in medieval European cuisine, where carrots were used as a sweetener in desserts. In the United States, it became popular in the 1970s as a healthier dessert alternative, often featuring cream cheese frosting. Carrot Cake Bites are a modern, bite-sized twist on this classic, perfect for snacking or parties. They celebrate the sweet and earthy flavors of carrots, making them a delightful treat for all occasions.

AmericanUSdessert
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups grated carrots
1/2 cup hemp hearts
1/4 cup coconut sugar
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with similar flavor.

almond flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and more affordable.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: cocoa nibs

Cocoa nibs provide a chocolate flavor with less sugar.

1

Grate the carrots using a grater or food processor.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine grated carrots with maple syrup and salt.

3

Roll the mixture into balls using a cookie scoop and place them on a piece of parchment paper.

4

Roll the balls in hemp hearts or coconut flakes if desired.

5

Optionally, add chocolate or white chocolate chips to the mixture.

6

Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup or coconut sugar if needed.

7

Sprinkle the finished balls with additional coconut sugar and salt before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchillingrolling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlgraterscooperparchment paperrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-freenut-freelow-carb

Allergens

milknuts

Also Known As

Carrot Cake TrufflesCarrot Cake Energy Bites

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